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LIFESTYLE LETTER

FEBRUARY 2020 PUBLISHER

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All You Need is Love—and Art FEBRUARY IS OUR MONTH OF ART—MAKING, COLLECTING, ADMIRING

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Dani Moore CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Melony Barber, Stephanie Callahan

AND LEARNING. We love art because it gives us a glimpse into the heart and soul, the part of humanity we don’t see on the surface. We are all drawn to art in different ways. We like to look at and listen to art that makes us feel something, art that resonates with us. Through art, we learn about ourselves. As you read about the spirit of art in our community and share your own stories of passion and self-expression, we hope that you too are inspired to pursue what you love. After all, February is the month of love. So, Laguna Niguel, while you fill your home with chocolate truffles and roses this month, remember to fill your heart too. Find what makes you feel alive—and don’t forget to share it with us. Today is always a great day to love yourself.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE FEBRUARY 2020

FEATURES 12 It’s Cabernet Season in the Napa Valley Now’s the perfect time to experience Napa Valley for yourself

16 Rainy Day Remedy Homemade chicken tortilla soup to warm a chilly Winter day

20 Coast Meets Canvas Steve Adam translates his passion for coastal living to bold works of art

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24 Setting the Stage for a Lifelong Passion of Performing Karen Franson - St. Anne School, Laguna Niguel

DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

Road Trip

Culinary Creations

24 Inspired By 28 Renovate & Refine 31

Lifestyle Calendar

34 Page Turners

GOOD TIMES 1.

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AROUND TOWN

LAGUNA NIGUEL CITY COUNCIL ADOPTS FIRST-EVER STRATEGIC PLAN

JSERRA STUDENT MISSIONARIES GIVE THANKS IN PERU

At its November 19th meeting, the Laguna Niguel

It took 22 hours to travel over 4,000 miles from

City Council unanimously adopted its first-ever stra-

Southern California to Lima, Peru, and then onto

tegic plan. Laguna Niguel: 2050 – The Pursuit of

the village of Piura, but for the student missionaries

Happiness Strategic Plan will serve as a blueprint

of JSerra's annual Fall Mission Trip, the long journey

for the City’s future and was created to accomplish the

was worth it.

community’s and the City Council’s goals. Developing

During Thanksgiving break, 38 students served

and adopting this strategic plan marks a major mile-

the residents of Piura and its local parish, Santisimo

stone for the entire community. For more information,

Sacramento Parish. Founded by Fr. Joe Uhen over

visit CityofLagunaNiguel.org/StrategicPlan

25 years ago, the Parish provides necessary ser-

CHUCK JOSEPH RECEPTION AT THE SIGNATURE GALLERY The Signature Gallery recently hosted an artist

vices to this extremely impoverished area such as a hospice center, a shelter for abused women and their children, a trade school, and a drug rehabilitation center.

reception for Chuck Joseph in its Laguna Beach

In just 6 days, they built 4 homes, delivered

location on Forest Avenue. Growing up in Huntington

food and donated clothing, worked at local

Beach, Chuck Joseph was fascinated by sketching

schools including a deaf kindergarten, poured

people and coastal scenes as well as his father's

cement and painted a homeless shelter for

creations. He would spend countless hours watching

Venezuelan refugees. They also planted trees,

his father, a gifted craftsman, sculpt both fine art and

cleaned a medical clinic and a girls orphanage,

furniture. Fascinated with the intricate carving tech-

hosted a Christmas party for the families spon-

niques, precision and movement of the medium his

sored by JSerra families, and more.

father employed, he began to work with palette knives

A new group of student missionaries will travel to

to sculpt his ideas on canvas. In 2008 Chuck broke

Piura over spring break in April 2020. For more infor-

into the Laguna Beach art scene with great success.

mation on JSerra Mission Trips, visit jserra.org/peru

He immediately gained the attention of collectors with his signature style of using the palette knife to create sculpted strokes and flow in his art. Inspired by his surroundings, personal experiences and the

eccentric style of Salvador Dali, Chuck's work has a

We are always accepting submissions for announce-

familiarity that viewers can identify with. You can see

ments you’d like to see included in our Around Town

Chuck's work at The Signature Gallery at 220 Forest

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ROAD TRIP

WHETHER FOR A WEEK, OR JUST A WEEKEND GETAWAY, NOW’S THE PERFECT TIME TO EXPERIENCE NAPA VALLEY FOR YOURSELF

ARTICLE MIKE GERARD | PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY VISIT NAPA VALLEY

IT’S CABERNET SEASON I N T H E N A PA VA L L E Y 12

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country experience. We felt as though we landed right in the heart of Napa Valley. While hotel guests enjoy luxurious accommodations with private decks, we chose to stay in one of the more private 800 square foot residential style cottages right on the vineyard. It was amazing. The hotel offers daily country breakfasts, in-room massages, weekend wine tastings, and a refreshing swimming pool and a hot tub. The staff was friendly and attentive and helped us a great deal when it came to finding wineries, plotting our day trips and planning our evening dining excursions. At only 35 miles long by five miles wide, Napa Valley SEVERAL YEARS AGO, BEFORE OUR DAUGHTER

is easy to explore and full of the unexpected. The valley

WAS BORN, I SURPRISED MY WIFE WITH A TRIP

is home to five towns, each with its own personality and

TO NAPA VALLEY. We always wanted to go and

distinct character, and 16 distinct grape growing regions.

explore the wineries, take in the beautiful countryside,

You’ve probably heard that Cabernet Season (now

and savor the great food and wine. “This will be a dif-

through April) is one of the best times of year to enjoy

ferent kind of vacation—quiet and serene—rather than

the Napa Valley — it is less crowded, rates are lower

the typical beach or mountains get away,” I thought to

and, while the temps are certainly lower than in sum-

myself. It was all of that, and a whole lot more. If you

mer and fall, even California’s winter climate is usually

haven’t been to Napa Valley to experience it for your-

pretty mild.

self, it’s definitely one for the bucket list.

Each of Napa Valley’s more than 400 wineries has its

Located just 50 miles northeast of San Francisco,

own unique style, setting and history. The valley offers

Napa Valley is home to more than 400 wineries, 150

something for everyone. You’ll enjoy unforgettable wine

restaurants, and more Michelin stars per capita than

tastings, stunning views, and behind-the-scenes tours

any other wine region in the world. With all of this win-

of wine cellars and caves. Plus, 95% of Napa’s wineries

ing and dining comes some tremendous options for

are family-owned and operated, which means nearly

overnight accommodation—over 130 of them, in fact.

every spot will feel like home.

There is something for everyone from resort hotels, to country inns and bed and breakfasts.

It’s always a good idea to schedule winery appointments well in advance of your visit. Some wineries are

On our trip, we stayed at Wine Country Inn, located

so small that they need to know when you are coming.

in St. Helena. Set in the midst of a working vineyard,

Other wineries have permit restrictions that limit the

Wine Country Inn and Cottages was a comfortable and

number of guests that can visit each day. Also, many

truly authentic experience. Romantic and secluded,

wineries have sit-down tastings that start and end at

this boutique hotel delivered the quintessential wine

specific times.

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ROAD TRIP (CONTINUED)

When you’re compiling an itinerary for your visit to the Napa Valley, be sure to leave plenty of time for shopping. You’ve come to the right place to shop for everything from fine art to fashion in locally owned boutiques and everything in between. Plenty of new shops have popped up in the valley recently. From locally-owned boutiques and luxury home decor shops to popular name brand stores and the Napa Premium Outlets, you’re sure to find amazing gifts for everyone on your list. Finally, while the Napa Valley may be best known for its world-class wineries and restaurants, it is also an ideal destination for families. Year-round mild temperatures and more than 53,000 acres of protected land allow visitors of all ages to fully enjoy the outdoors. The myriad educational adventures, full-service hotels, and family-friendly restaurants result in itineraries that appeal to every family member. From bike rides through the hills, hiking, and hot air balloons over the Napa Valley to adventures through the numerous state parks in the area, visitors have an abundance of recreational opportunities. The Napa Valley Welcome Center is located at 600 Main St. along the riverfront in downtown Napa. The Center provides visitors with expert Concierge services from Napa Valley Ambassadors who offer complimentary Napa Valley magazines, maps, brochures and winery tasting passes. The Welcome Center, open daily 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., also offers complimentary Wi-Fi and a mercantile shop featuring locally sourced gift items.

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0 1 W I N E TA S T I N G World-class wine tours and tastings are at the heart of Napa Valley’s allure. With more than 400 wineries scattered throughout the region, the options are endless. You can visit small, boutique wineries or the large, brand name producers. The Napa Valley Welcome Center can direct you to private wine tours, group tours, and transportation options.

02 FINE DINING Napa Valley is home to 125 restaurants and has more Michelin stars per capita than any other wine region in the world. Here the farm-to-table culinary scene meets the creativity of some of the world’s best chefs. Kitchens mix seasonal, local, and organic produce, so menus change constantly to reflect the best available ingredients.

03 HIKING Get an altitude adjustment by hiking in one of Napa Valley’s many protected outdoor areas. Hike through rugged mountain ranges, redwood-covered creeks and beautiful lakes all bursting with diverse foliage and wildlife. With state parks and local trails surrounded by vineyard views, there are experiences for all ages and skill levels.

04 GOLFING Napa Valley is a premier golf destination, with some of the most beautiful championship golf courses you’ll ever see. Silverado’s two championship golf courses stand as the hallmark of the Napa Valley Golf experience. Redesigned by PGA Hall of Famer Johnny Miller, both courses feature dozens of water crossings, elevation changes and routing through historic oak trees.

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CULINARY CREATIONS

R a i n y D ay R e m e dy

THEREâ€™S NOTHING LIKE HOMEMADE CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP TO WARM THE HEART ON A CHILLY WINTER DAY

ARTICLE MIKE GERARD

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THERE IS SOMETHING SPECIAL ABOUT THIS SPICY BROTH WITH TENDER CHICKEN,

CORN,

TOMATOES,

AND

AVOCADOS. But it’s the tortillas that give it special thickness and flavor. Try this recipe and enjoy!

tortilla soup I n g r e d i e n ts + 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil + 1 medium onion, chopped + 1 jalapeno, seeds removed, minced + 4 cloves garlic, minced + 3 c. shredded cooked chicken + 1 1/2 c. corn kernels + Salt + Freshly ground black pepper + 1 tbsp. chili powder + 2 tsp. dried oregano + 2 tsp. ground cumin + 1 (28-oz.) can diced fire-roasted tomatoes + 4 c. chicken broth + 1 bay leaf + Juice of 1 lime + 4 small corn tortillas, sliced into thin strips + Vegetable oil for frying + Diced avocado + Crumbled queso fresco cheese + Freshly chopped cilantro

Method 01 Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft. Add jalapeño and garlic, cook about 1 minute more. Stir in chicken, salt, pepper, chili powder, oregano, and cumin. 02 Add tomatoes and chicken broth, corn, lime juice, bay leaf. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. 03 While simmering, make crispy tortilla strips. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add tortilla strips and cook for 2-3 minutes, until golden and crisp. Transfer to a paper towel, season with salt. 04 Serve with tortilla strips, avocado, cheese, and cilantro. February 2020 | Laguna Niguel Lifestyle

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Coast Meets Canvas PHOTOGRAPHY STEVE ADAM GALLERY

STEVE ADAM TRANSLATES HIS PASSION FOR COASTAL LIVING TO CANVASES FILLED WITH BOLD, ORIGINAL, AND EVOCATIVE WORKS OF ART

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STEVE’S STORY

When he moved to the Golden Coast — Southern California’s

As a young boy living on the Gulf Coast of Louisiana, Steve Adam

Riviera — Steve brought his childhood memories and just $1,000

grew up with ocean water and salt breezes in his blood. He remem-

with him. His first job landed him in the construction industry,

bers spending hours on boats fishing in the Gulf with his dad who

working in homes in Orange County and along the ocean-front

owned a seafood processing plant. He also remembers traveling

cliffs overlooking the Pacific. He learned about textures as well

up and down the coast, soaking up sunrises through the palm trees

as palettes that take their cue from the sand, sea, and sky out-

and the moonshine rippling over the water from New Orleans to

side. It also exposed him to the aesthetics of interior design and

Biloxi to the Florida Keys. Steve is still influenced by indelible child-

to art as a function of tasteful home décor in a county known for

hood impressions of watching the ocean reflect the sky.

its casual sophistication. Steve is a self taught artist and freely

Along with an appreciation of nature in all its beautiful rawness, Steve’s father encouraged him to think unconventionally and solve problems creatively-two approaches that have stayed with him

combines his limitless imagination with the expression of his acquired aesthetic sensibilities. CONTINUED >

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COAST MEE TS CANVAS (CONTINUED)

His Gulf Coast upbringing and Golden Coast construction expe-

he sees. His unique approach creates art that immediately stands out

rience collide on the canvas. The result is distinctively and unmis-

on the wall, and stands apart from other coastal artists. His work is

takably Steve Adam — vivid monochromatic colors with a retro feel,

bold, evocative, and contemporary. Like the breezes that filter through

abstract interpretations of palm trees and waves, and a freshness

his studio window overlooking the ocean, it’s a breath of fresh air.

that brightens any room. Looking at a Steve Adam painting you can

It’s also the reason why collectors, architects, and interior design-

almost smell the salty air, hear the lap of water against the shore and

ers are drawn to Steve’s art. You’ll find his original paintings and pri-

see the palms swaying.

vately commissioned works in homes and surfers’ shacks across the

Everything in Steve’s world possesses the potential to inspire

U.S., and around the world — from Laguna Beach to Palm Springs

another painting or object d’ art. Remarkably, Steve employs

to Manhattan to Dubai. Each work captures the coastal lifestyle for

an expansive variety of mixed materials, media and mediums.

everyone to experience.

Seamless meshing of the conventional and the unconventional with

Capture your piece of the coast, too. Browse through Steve’s online

freedom of expression. Steve’s interpretation of the abstract lends a

gallery, shop for prints of his most popular work, or Steve directly to talk

savvy sense painting not what he sees, but what he feels about what

about commissions, a unique piece, or a large scale painting just for you.

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INSPIRED BY

Setting the S tag e f o r a L i f e lo n g Pas s i o n of Performing IT ALL STARTED WITH “GREAT BALLS OF FIRE”, A SIX-YEAROLD GIRL WANTING TO PLAY PIANO, AND SWEET ADELINES. For St. Anne School performing arts director and music teacher, Karen Franson, these are all true. However, what really started it all, is her determination and competitive nature. As a former soccer and racquetball player, Karen’s desire to compete and always improve is what makes her such an inspiration and influential mentor to the hundreds of students who have passed through her music room doors over the years. Karen has been involved in music since she was a six-year-old girl living up to a promise she made to her uncle to take piano lessons so he would buy her a piano. She and her parents were involved in Barbershop Quartets and Sweet Adelines, a competitive performance choir, where she learned harmonizing and performance techniques. Her whole family plays soccer. She and her husband, Lou, played on an adult soccer team for years, while their three girls played club soccer. Karen also played racquetball, competing in a quarter-final game with two broken ribs. She’s that competitive. From the first performance that Karen directed at St. Anne seventeen years ago, when her PreK students belted out “Great Balls of Fire”, delighting an audience of parents and staff members, she knew that teaching children to sing was her passion. Soon after that first performance, Karen decided to start an afterschool acting class, with many of her PreK students signing up right away. “It was hilarious,” she says belting out a laugh. “I was dying laughing half the time watching these little tiny kids acting. But it was all about getting them used to performing, and they all liked it, this core group.” This core group she is talking about (Gabbi Heckler, Devynn

KAREN FRANSON - ST. ANNE SCHOOL, LAGUNA NIGUEL

Madrid, and Nina Nasr - pictured pg. 27) are all currently in college studying theater and music in New York City. They have kept in close contact with Karen through the years, and stop by to visit every chance they get. Even as she’s being interviewed, Karen’s phone buzzes. “Oops, sorry. That’s Eve. She wants me to come to a volleyball celebration at Chapman this week,” she says smiling proudly. 24

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ARTICLE STEPHANIE CALLAHAN

Karen still gets texts, phone calls, and emails from her former stu-

competition was a learning experience, with St. Anne students

dents inviting her to watch them in a play, a game, or a celebration.

wearing the “awful blue vests”, as NYU performing arts major, Gabbi

She goes to as many as she can, and reaches out to them for help

Heckler, describes them. “I can’t believe you made us wear those!”,

as well. Last summer when she needed help writing a script for this

Gabbi says jokingly to Karen. The choir did well in that first com-

year’s show choir, a handful of former students home from college

petition, but not good enough for Karen. At the competition she

showed up at Board and Brew for a brainstorming session with

noticed that all of the schools were wearing very similar costumes,

Karen and Lou. She texts them and they show up for her every time.

“I thought, well that’s really boring. I’m going to pick costumes that

It was this core group of students who inspired her to start a

go with our package.” Her Sweet Adelines experience told her to

middle school show choir in the fall of 2008. Their first show choir

return to the competition the following year with flashy costumes CONTINUED >

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INSPIRED BY (CONTINUED)

and choreography that matched their songs, and they did, taking

and staff alike, the audience was entertained by singing, dancing,

first place. Karen attacks show choir competitions like she attacks

and some good old-fashioned comedy schtick. Anyone who’s been

playing soccer and racquetball. Every year her show choir package

to one of her plays can attest that the quality of the shows improves

gets more sophisticated. Since that first competition in 2009, the St.

year after year. “I am always looking for something to take my pro-

Anne School show choir has won several first-place prizes and even

gram to the next step. Always. I never want to stay stagnant. I like to

traveled to Rome to perform for the Pope.

keep challenging the kids--challenging myself,” says Karen.

In 2007 Karen also decided to take over the play productions at

The next step for St. Anne School’s Performing Arts is the Musical

St. Anne School, and each year since she transforms the school gym

Theater Competition of America (MTCA), which they will be competing

into something magical, transporting audiences to another place

in for the first time this year. Students will compete individually with a

and time. The first play was Huckleberry Finn. It was a two-hour

scene from this year’s musical, Elf Jr. Who knows, maybe one of them

drama and the only drama the school has ever done. After that, it

will take home a first-place trophy, but that’s not what it’s all about for

was musicals and comedies. This past November’s production of Elf

Karen. What’s important to her is setting the stage for her students, as

Jr. was a little bit of both. With excellent performances from students

she did with her own children, to be ready for their next steps in life.

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RENOVATE & REFINE

OUT WITH THE

NEW IN WITH THE

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Make your piece multi-purpose by turning the lid into a game table or by storing your cocktail accessories inside for an easy-access mini bar!

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The mission of the Dana Point Symphony is to provide world-class symphonic music to the Dana Point and surrounding communities and make it accessible to everyone. Come enjoy a Beethoven Celebration including: Beethoven Leonore Overture No. 3, Piano Concerto No. 3 featuring Peter Takacs, pianist, and Symphony No. 7. DanaPointSymphony.com CONTINUED >

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LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

CHOC CHILDREN'S GALA Disneyland Hotel, Anaheim

Featuring Grammy Award-Winning Group Lady Antebellum, the 2020 CHOC Children’s Gala will usher in a new era in pediatric care for CHOC Children’s and the area’s two million children, by creating awareness and raising vital funds for the care and healing of our most precious gift, children. ChocGala.org

21-23 FAMILY OPERA - CINDERELLA Sea Country Senior and Community Center

An evening of live opera music and theatre, featuring professionals from Lyric Opera of Orange County. This classic

production

Cinderella

runs for 90 minutes, sung in English by 15 professional vocalists and a small ensemble of instrumentalists. Tickets can be purchased online or in-person at Sea Country Senior and Community Center or Crown

Valley

Park

Registration

Office. 949-425-5100

26 21ST ANNUAL OC CAREER FAIR PREMIERE SALES & PROFESSIONAL Atrium Hotel, 18700 MacArthur Blvd, Irvine

You

can

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sit

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JENNY SIMON “DREAMING”, 48X36, OIL

employers. Professional Dress is required at this event (suit & tie or business attire). Bring plenty of resumes. Industries

represented

include sales, financial advisor, B2B sales, customer service, consulting sales, and more. Runs 11:30 - 1:30. Free to attend.

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PAGE TURNERS IN EXPRESSING YOUR ARTISTIC QUALITIES, THIS PAGE IS FOR YOU. Do you draw, paint, sculpt, or do crafts? If not, what are you waiting for? Now’s a great time to take the plunge into self-expression. If you’re a newbie, starting out as a novice in any endeavor, especially an artistic one, can be both intimidating and frustrating. While drawing outside the lines is highly regarded by the artistic elites, there are some fundamentals that all new artists should learn when starting out. Practice is important. But the wrong kind of practice can really hold you back. If you stay within the guardrails early on, you’ll quickly get the hang of it and expand your creativity to new heights. Here are a few excellent how-to art books we came across that provide both inspiration and guidance to beginning artists and designers.

Everyday Watercolor, Jenna Rainey This

beautifully

illustrated

and

inspiring guided watercolor-a-day book is perfect for beginning artists. Learn to paint watercolor in 30 days.

A Well-Crafted Home, Janet Crowther Simple, creative details that will tailor a space to your taste. These carefully designed projects call for good materials–like linen, leather, and wood.

Crepe Paper Flowers, Lia Griffith With 30 projects and an introduction to both crafting paper flowers and working with crepe paper, this book is full of inspiration for beginners.

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IF YOU’RE THE CREATIVE TYPE WITH A TRUE INTEREST

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The Gift of Calligraphy, Maybelle Imasa-Stukuls An easy-to-follow guide to learning the art of calligraphy, with 25 gorgeously photographed projects that use calligraphy to make beautiful gifts and home décor.

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